Job Description
Job Description
- Class A or B CDL Required
The first two years of this position will be in the Environmental Services Division; performing recycling duties on the back of our recycling truck. On-call overtime hours expected during the winter season.
Position Details Overview :
Hourly Rate : $21.79
Schedule : Mon-Fri 7-3 : 30pm, weekends as needed (overtime eligible)
Work Hours : 40 hours per week, overtime eligible (full-time position)
Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account [City Funded HSA amounts : HMO $3300 single, $6600 two-person / family. PPO $1500 Single $3000 two-person / family], Flexible Spending Account, Medical Waiver Stipend paid annually [Single - $2000, Two-Person - $4000, Family - $5000], Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Fetch Pet Insurance, LegalShield, IDShield, MI 529 Education Savings Program, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discounts and AFLAC benefit offeringsPosition Description
This position requires an individual to perform a variety of physical labor activities using all the departmental equipment either as a direct operator or assisting in the operation of heavy equipment. In addition, this position is responsible for the maintenance of parks and related off street public and private properties. An individual in this classification performs activities within departmental guidelines. Under the direction of a crew leader or other supervisor, the individual completes tasks as assigned using methods and procedures as set forth by the department.
Working Conditions
Works in strenuously physical conditions to include extreme cold or heat, inclement weather and night conditions for periods in excess of eight hoursExposure to material and equipment that requires specific and detailed safety use to prevent physical injury to self and others as provided in a standard body of safety rules and regulationsDuties
Streets Division
Operates departmental equipment from small hand tools to five yard dump trucks with snow plows and salters in simultaneous operation with a GVW if 25,000 pounds or moreMaintains and repairs City properties, streets and infrastructure to include, but not limited to, snow plowing, salting, patching of streets, cement repairs alley maintenance, drainage maintenance, mowing berms and brush and leaf pickupRebuilds / constructs structures such as sidewalks, street curbs, guard rails, manholes, drainage basins and similar itemsRemoves hazards from streets such as trees, trash, chemical spills and vehicular accident materialPlaces and removes emergency street signs and barriersEnvironmental Services Division
Drives a collection vehicle over a designated route, picking up solid waste containers, including recyclables or yard waste as assigned, and depositing the containers into a collection vehicle, and returning containers to the prescribed area; makes special collections as assignedNotes variances to prescribed serviceObserves surrounding conditions such as citizens, equipment, property, etc., in order to ensure that solid waste is collected in a safe manner; regulates traffic in hazardous conditions in order to ensure safety conditions for the collection personnel and the general publicDrives vehicle to material recovery facility or compost facility and unloads collection vehicle; makes records of deliveryResponds to complaints at the curb; resolves complaints within scope of authority; explains actions to supervisorForestry Worker
Maintenance of the City trees to include removal, trimming, planting, disease control and stump removal.Performs related work within the general knowledge, skills and abilities set forth.Parks Maintenance Divisions
Maintenance of City trees to include removal, trimming, planting, disease control and stump removalMaintenance of City parks to include mowing of grass, seeding, leaf removal, ball field maintenance and field marking, facility / play equipment repair and maintenancePerforms routine City building maintenance, and maintenance at City building / property sites including mowing and snow and ice removalPerforms private property protection as ordered by the code enforcement officer to include boarding or buildings and site cleaning such as mowing and trash removalPrepares parks for public and private activitiesInstalls new park equipmentMaintains park buildings to include regular cleaning, painting, fixture repairs and replacementPerforms related work as assigned within the general knowledge, skills and abilities set forthAll Divisions
Performs a daily visual inspection of assigned vehicle and assigned equipment, and refers obvious defects and needed repairs to supervisor, prior to the execution of daily tasksWashes vehicles and equipment as assignedMaintains proper radio or other communications with the office to receive or report variances to standard operationsPerforms all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standardsResponds to emergencies at all hours and in any weather conditionPerforms related work as assigned within the general knowledge, skills and abilities set forthQualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
A high school diploma or equivalent, and one year of experience in the Department, or the equivalent combination of experience and training to provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities :
Possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver's license, with a CDL Class B endorsementKnowledge of basic maintenance and repairKnowledge of basic chemical compounds, gases and mixture hazardsKnowledge of City street system and municipal park and general propertiesAbility to perform the operation and care of equipment where multiple, simultaneous tasks are requiredAbility to work at heights not to exceed 100 feetAbility to read and write instructions and safety manualsAbility to lift and carry materials in excess of 50 pounds while in a bending, stooping or other nonupright position on a frequent basisAbility to tolerate physical stress for driving or walking in excess of eight hours / dayAbility to work alone or in a small work groupAbility to communicate with citizens and supervisors to discuss work activityAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, municipal officials and the general publicPhysical Demands
The physical demands characterized here epitomize those that must be met by an employee to properly perform the integral functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
In order to properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to : stand, walk or sit, talk or hear, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Also, the employee will frequently be required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects and to reach with hands and arms.
The employee occasionally will be required to lift objects or exert a force equal to that of 100 pounds. Vision requirements for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
BACKGROUND & DRUG SCREEN DISCLAIMER
The City of Ypsilanti is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment for all employees. As part of our hiring process, we conduct background checks and drug screenings to ensure the integrity of our workforce and the safety of our workplace.
Background checks may include verification of employment history, education, professional licenses, and any criminal records. Drug screenings may involve testing for illegal substances, prescription medications, and other controlled substances.
By applying for a position with the City of Ypsilanti, if selected, you consent to undergo background checks and drug screenings as part of the hiring process. Please note that refusal to participate in these screenings may result in disqualification from consideration for employment.
Please be assured that all information gathered during background checks and drug screenings will be treated confidentially and used solely for employment-related purposes.
If you have any questions or concerns about our background check and drug screening procedures, please feel free to contact our Human Resources department for clarification.
Human Resources Department
City of Ypsilanti
